Wooden Statuette Ceremonial Elephant 15 cm Natural

Product description Wooden Statuette Ceremonial Elephant 15 cm Natural

Beautify your home with a unique wooden statue from Bali, Indonesia. The unique combination of the traditional art of local carvers, the extraordinary charm of suar wood and spiritual symbolism will bring a warm touch of exoticism and harmonious atmosphere to your interior.

Motif
The majestic, powerful elephant, for many cultures a sacred animal inspiring deep respect, is the personification of wisdom and experience. He is revered for his natural qualities of faithfulness, loyalty, equanimity, patience and long memory. They are considered the guardians of the home and are believed to bring peace and tranquility. The depiction of an elephant with its trunk up symbolizes good luck and prosperity. The material itself - wood - also carries symbolic weight. It represents growth, transformation and connection with nature. The natural imperfections give each statue character and personality.

Material
For the production of the statue, Balinese carvers used suar wood from the Saman Samanea tree, also known as Monkey Pod. The extraordinary elegance of this material lies in the beauty of the natural pattern and texture of the wood. Each piece thus acquires original beautiful shades from very light to dark brown. Due to the exceptional nature of suar, carvers are able to create enchanting works of art down to the smallest detail.

The Tradition of Balinese Carving
Wood carving is an ancient art form that reflects the distinctive style of talented Balinese craftsmen, and is a very popular souvenir from the "Island of the Gods". Art in Bali was and still is deeply rooted in the local religion. Hindu and Buddhist traditions first came to Java and then to Bali about a thousand years ago, and provided an important cultural foundation for Balinese society. Balinese culture has drawn inspiration from a variety of sources, including Chinese and Malay traditions. The combination of these influences has given rise to the Hindu-Javanese arts and crafts we know today.
The spiritual traditions of Bali are inextricably linked to artistic expression as a means of expressing loyalty and fulfilling obligations to deities.

Care of Wooden Statues
Proper care of a statue ensures that its beauty will last for a very long time. Remove dust regularly with a soft, slightly damp cloth to prevent it from settling. Avoid direct sunlight, which can cause fading and cracking. Avoid contact with aggressive chemicals, do not use abrasive cleaning agents.

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